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(Photo Credit: Lori Speirs. Sustainable Fashion, Clothing made from upcycled plastic: Laura is wearing Swimsuit by Sage Larock and Leggings from Activ Angels. Shoes by Parley & Adidas, Ultraboost Alicia is wearing sustainable fashion leggings from Recycled Maggie Designs) Nature lovers and fitness enthusiasts, get ready for a new series on our blog… “Nature Is My Gym”. Spending time in nature has many positive benefits. Nature is great for rejuvenating the mind, body and soul. It is that time of year, summer is just on the horizon and nature is calling us all to spend a little more time outdoors. Now is the perfect time for many of us to start getting into shape. Maybe our goal or motivation is to be “bikini ready” for the summer. That being said, at the end of the day fitness is a lifestyle and should go beyond summer. With this in mind, fitness should be focused on getting your body in the best shape possible with your overall goal being set on being healthy. It shouldn’t focus …

Coffee lovers, your morning coffee just got a whole lot better! Good friends Dylan Garft & Luke Zocchi are founders of Byron Bay’s very own SIPP, Instant Coffee, a game changer in the world of coffee. SIPP offers affordable sustainable gourmet coffee. SIPP’s ethos is focused on evolving and refining the way coffee is produced on the market, with the betterment of the planet in mind. As a means of reducing their environmental impact, no plastic is used in their packaging. SIPP uses 100% compostable packaging made from plant based materials, predominately from the Eucalyptus tree. The compostable packaging is Vincotte certified, this means “it biodegrades to its natural components within 26 weeks, leaving only safe compost with which to nourish the next seasons planting” (SIPP). As part of their sustainable practice for every tree used, another tree is planted in its place. Furthermore, SIPP avoids the manufacturing of unsustainable coffee home pods all together. Reason being, in Australia alone an estimated 3 million are used per day. A focus on a sustainable future for …

Miss World Cayman Islands founder Pamela Ebanks-Small, is proud to announce that Miss World Cayman Islands will be using their pageant as a platform to raise awareness for environmental issues and conservation in the Cayman Islands. The heart of the international Miss World pageant is ‘Beauty with a Purpose.’ This is a major component for contestants, who are encouraged to bring attention to causes that are important to them. The theme of the environment stems from the growing awareness of environmental issues our island faces, and the importance of educating both the youth and our local community of the invaluable natural resources our island is blessed with. For instance, Cayman’s Blue Iguanas, our precious marine ecosystems and coral reefs. Keeping with their focus on the environment, Miss World Cayman Islands is taking measures to make the night of the pageant a sustainable event as much as possible. Join them on 8th September 2018, to see this come to life. Behind the Scenes: Miss World Cayman Islands Wondering what to expect? Topical environmental issues that are …

Earth Day is just around the corner. It is the perfect time to take on a green challenge to commit to simple actions that will make a positive impact. It is easy to become discouraged if we cannot directly see the impact we are making. At the end of the day we all want to contribute to the betterment of our environment and make a difference. Sometimes, it’s hard to figure out where to begin and to stay motivated. Truth is, start anywhere and even if you choose just one simple action that betters the environment and stay dedicated, it will make a difference. Start small and go from there. Encourage your friends and family to join you in your green challenge. Whether it is ditching plastic water bottles and having a reusable bottle with you while you are on the go. Or, you choose to start shopping at the local farmers market. Having others to be accountable to will help keep you on track. It can also inspire others to follow your example. …

If you love exploring nature, wildlife encounters and discovering the treasures of the ocean, then get ready for an amazing new show with one of Sweden’s most respected conservationists, Joakim Odelberg. As a conservationist, wildlife photographer, underwater filmmaker and TV host, Odelberg has a vast amount of incredible stories to share. His devotion to conservation is admirable and inspiring. The show is designed as a short format concept. The idea is for Joakim Odelberg to answer one question about his experience as a conservationist within 40 seconds per episode. The show creates a unique platform for viewers to connect with a respected conservationist to learn more about conservation. Viewers also have access to an inside look into what life is like as a world explorer devoted to conservation. Viewers can submit questions via email, or leave a comment on Mr. Odelberg’s Instagram page. The show can be watched by subscribing to Mr. Odelberg’s Youtube channel. Joakim Odelberg developed the show with Annica Lindeberg and Purple Stockholm. Emma Watson will be a producer for the show. …

Save Cayman is inviting the community of the Cayman Islands to join in an ‘Upcycle Challenge.’ Adults and youth can dive into their creative talents, by finding cleaver ways to upcycle and transform recycled materials. “The challenge is to encourage the community to be creative and innovative and find new purposes for used and recycled materials! Much of what we throw away can find new lives, have new uses, and solve daily problems,” says Save Cayman. The heart of this challenge will draw attention to how much items we use on a daily basis that can be recycled or even repurposed. It encourages us to examine our consumer culture and think of innovative solutions to avoid materials ending up in a landfill. Increasing the lifespan of items by repurposing them helps to offset the amount of items that would otherwise end up in a landfill. The challenge to upcycle recyclable materials encourages us to find positive solutions and practices to help shift us away from a culture of using single-use disposable items. Recycling Facts Every …